12 62 500 Replacing coolant temperature sensor (DME) (S62)
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Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit.
Switch off ignition.
Remove and install left intake hose, refer to 13 54 250 REPLACING INTAKE HOSE (BETWEEN AIR-MASS FLOW SENSOR AND MANIFOLD) (S62) .
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Remove temperature sensor (2).
Tightening torque, 12 62 3AZ. Refer to ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES .
NOTE:
Top up with coolant, vent cooling system and check for leaks,
refer to 17 00 039 VENTING COOLING SYSTEM AND CHECKING FOR WATER LEAKS (S62) .
Use only recommended coolant,
refer to BMW Operating Fluids .
Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit. Check stored fault messages. Rectify faults. Now clear the fault memory.
refer to 17 00 039 VENTING COOLING SYSTEM AND CHECKING FOR WATER LEAKS (S62) .
Use only recommended coolant,
refer to BMW Operating Fluids .
Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit. Check stored fault messages. Rectify faults. Now clear the fault memory.